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Is my alternator for a 1990 Volvo if when you take the positive cable loose and it cuts off or could it be the battery?
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∙ 16y ago
all alternators require battery power to operate.
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Where do the ends of the positive battery cable terminate?
alternator and starter
Where does positive battery cable go to?
The positive battery cable goes to the starter, alternator, and electrical system. You need to consult the manufacturer for vehicle specifics.
How do you replace the positive battery cable for a 1992 Volvo 940.?
with copper wire
Should a cable running to the alternator be live?
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Is the battery connected to the alternator?
Indirectly. The positive cable on the battery is hooked to the starter. The other wire on the starter post goes up to the alternator.
To Test the output of the alternator on a1998 Maxima can you disconnect the neg battery cable?
Start the car and while it is running, disconnect the positive cable from the battery. If the car stalls, the alternator is bad.
What will happen if you replace an alternator without disconnecting the battery cables?
If you are careful and do not let the positive cable to the alternator come in contact with the motor or frame, nothing will happen. It is just a lot easier and safer to disconnect the positive cable from the battery. It saves possibly shorting out the cable and possible ruining the battery.
Where is the alternator for a 1998 Mazda 626?
The positive battery terminal cable will always run to the alternator- just follow it down.
Where is the alternator located on a 2000 Hyundai Sonata?
The 2000 Hyundai alternator is located on the left-hand side of the engine, near the front. You can trace the positive battery cable from the battery to the alternator.
How do you change the alternator in a 89 s10?
1. Remove the bolt retaining the negative battery cable to the alternator adjusting bracket, if so equipped. If not, disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. 2. Disconnect the cable from the positive battery terminal. 3. Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors from the rear of the alternator. 4. Remove the bolt retaining the alternator to the adjusting bracket. 5. Remove the alernator pivot bolt and remove the alternator from the vehicle. 6. Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following: 7. Reconnect the positive battery cable before reattaching the negative cable at the alternator bracket. 8. Adjust the alternator drive belt.
How do you tell if your alternator is bad in your 1996 dodge neon?
you could pull off your positive battery cable if it stalls out then you alternator is the problem
What if you clean terminals on car battery and give it a jump and still dies out?
battery and or alternator are shot, check alternator by starting the car, and removing either the positive or negative battery cable,,, if the vehicle continues to run the alternator is good.
